Greg Oliver: Remembering my first time seeing Aaron
February 5, 2021
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It’s been nearly 47 years, but I remember my first Major League Baseball game like it was yesterday.
Category: Major League Baseball
Guest Columns: Loss of Childhood Heroes
October 10, 2020
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I was saddened to read of the passing of Cardinal great Bob Gibson Friday at the age of 84 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. It had been only a month ago, Cardinal great Lou Brock passed at 81.
Greg Oliver: Flurry of baseball trades much welcomed
September 4, 2020
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When Major League Baseball began its abbreviated season in July, speculation ran rampant about how many trades — if any — would be made by the Aug. 31 deadline.
Greg Oliver: Baseball’s back, and I couldn’t be happier
July 24, 2020
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On Thursday, baseball was finally able to achieve something that for much of the past few months I had doubts would actually happen — actual honest-to-goodness, regular season games were played.
Greg Oliver: Baseball chasing away winter blues
February 21, 2020
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I’ve never been a winter person. Once college football wraps up in January, I’d be happy to fast-forward into spring and summer — the latter my favorite time of year.
Greg Oliver: Astros’ punishment should be deterrent
February 14, 2020
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Advancements in video technology have been a positive in the professional ranks, as players can examine their performance and improve any mistakes they see.
Greg Oliver: Remembering Munson 40 years later
August 2, 2019
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New York Yankees catcher Thurman Munson was known for his gruff personality and no-nonsense attitude, but to his teammates, he was a beloved leader of the team.
Greg Oliver: Plan to split Tampa Bay venues dumb
July 19, 2019
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One of the biggest issues facing Major League Baseball involves finding suitable, long-term venues for both the Tampa Bay Rays and Oakland Athletics.